Reduction of 'Dead Space' and 'Shear' Through Flap Adhesion may Reduce Short Term Complication Rates in Flap-Based Reconstruction for Stage IV Pressure Sores: A Retrospective Comparison Cohort Series

Early complications such as dehiscence, seroma and flap failure requiring revision are a troubling aspect of flap repair surgery for Stage IV pressure ulcers. They increase patient suffering in an already difficult context and place a great burden on the health care provider as well. Reduction or elimination of the dead space between tissue planes has been shown to aid in wound healing in tissue flap procedures involving extensive undermining....